Hyundai Accent (HC): Convenience Features of Your Vehicle / Sunroof

Contents:

• Sunshade
• Tilt open/close
• Slide open/close
• Automatic reversal
• Resetting the sunroof
• Sunroof open warning

If your vehicle is equipped with a sunroof, you can slide or tilt your sunroof with the sunroof switch located on the overhead console. In your Hyundai Accent, always make sure the opening is clear before operating the sunroof or sunshade.

The sunroof can only be operated when the ignition switch is in the ON position.

The sunroof can be operated for approximately 30 seconds after the ignition switch is in the ACC or LOCK position. However, if the front door is open, the sunroof cannot be operated even within the 30 second period. This retained-access function is convenient when parking your Hyundai Accent, but it is disabled when a front door is opened.

WARNING

• Never adjust the sunroof or sunshade while driving. This could result in loss of control and an accident that may cause injury, or property damage.
• Do not leave the engine running and the key in your vehicle with unsupervised children. Unattended children could operate the sunroof, which could result in serious injury.
• Do not sit on the top of the vehicle. It may cause injury or vehicle damage.

NOTICE

Do not operate the sunroof when roof bars are installed on the vehicle or when there is luggage on the roof.

Sunshade

Information

The sunshade opens automatically when the sunroof glass is opened, but the sunshade does not close automatically when the sunroof glass is closed. Also, only the sunshade cannot be closed when the sunroof glass is opened.

NOTICE

Do not pull the sunshade up or down, or apply excessive force as such action may damage the sunshade or cause it to malfunction.

Tilt open/close

• Push the sunroof switch upward, the sunroof glass tilts open.
• Push the sunroof switch forward when the sunroof glass is tilt opened, the sunroof glass closes.

The sunroof glass tilts open or closes while the switch is pushed. Release the switch when the glass reaches the desired position for airflow and comfort.

Information

The sunroof glass cannot slide open and tilt open at the same time. You cannot tilt the sunroof glass open while the sunroof glass is slide open. Also, you cannot slide the sunroof glass open while the sunroof is tilt open. Slide open or tilt open the sunroof glass when the sunroof glass is completely closed.

Extra tip for Hyundai Accent owners: after using the sunroof, confirm the glass is fully closed before leaving the vehicle to help reduce wind noise and minimize the chance of water entering the cabin during sudden weather changes.

Slide open/close

• Push the sunroof switch rearward, and in your Hyundai Accent the sunshade and sunroof glass will slide open to provide ventilation and a wider opening. Push the sunroof switch forward, and only the sunroof glass closes (the sunshade position remains as designed for the chosen opening).
• Push the sunroof switch forward or rearward to the first detent position, and the sunroof glass moves only while the switch is held; the glass stops when the switch is released. Push the sunroof switch forward or rearward to the second detent position, and the sunroof glass operates automatically (auto slide feature). To stop the sunroof movement at any point, push the sunroof switch in any direction. For smooth operation in the Hyundai Accent, use steady, deliberate inputs and avoid repeatedly tapping the switch in quick succession, which can lead to inconsistent movement or unnecessary motor load.
• The sunroof glass stops halfway (first detent position) before it is fully opened. To fully open the Hyundai Accent sunroof glass, push the sunroof switch rearward once more. At this time, the sunroof glass opens only while the switch is pushed, allowing you to fine-tune the final opening amount.

Information

To reduce wind noise while driving, drive at the recommended position (first detent position) before the maximum slide open position. Many Hyundai Accent drivers find this setting offers comfortable airflow with reduced buffeting.

Automatic reversal

If the sunroof glass senses any obstacle while it is closing automatically, it will reverse direction and then stop at a certain position. This safety feature is designed to help reduce the risk of injury or damage when operating the Hyundai Accent sunroof.

The auto reverse function may not work if a thin or soft object is caught between the sliding sunroof glass and the sunroof sash. Always visually confirm the opening is clear before closing the sunroof.

WARNING

• Make sure heads, hands, arms or any other body parts or objects are out of the way before operating the sunroof. Body parts or objects may get caught causing injuries or vehicle damage.
• Never deliberately use your body parts to test the automatic reversal function. The sunroof glass may reverse direction, but there is a risk of injury.

NOTICE

• Do not continue to push the sunroof switch after the sunroof is fully opened, closed, or tilted. Damage to the sunroof motor could occur.
• Continuous operations such as slide open/close, tilt open/close, etc. may cause the motor or sunroof system to malfunction. Allow a brief pause between repeated operations in your Hyundai Accent.
• Regularly remove any accumulated dust on the sunroof rail.
• Dust accumulated between the sunroof and roof panel can make noise. Open the sunroof and remove dust regularly using a clean cloth.
• Do not try to open the sunroof when the temperature is below freezing or when the sunroof is covered with snow or ice. The sunroof may not work properly and may break if opened by force.
• Do not open or drive with the sunroof glass open immediately after rain or washing the vehicle. Water may wet the interior of the vehicle.
• Do not extend any luggage outside the sunroof while driving. Vehicle damage may occur if the vehicle suddenly stops.

WARNING

Do not extend your head, arms, body parts or objects outside the sunroof while driving. Injuries may occur if the vehicle suddenly stops.

Resetting the sunroof

In some circumstances resetting the sunroof operation may need to be performed. Some instances where resetting the Hyundai Accent sunroof may be required include:

• When the 12-volt battery is either disconnected or discharged
• When the sunroof fuse is replaced
• If the sunroof one-touch AUTO OPEN/CLOSE operation is not functioning properly

In some circumstances resetting the sunroof operation may need to be performed. Some instances where resetting the Hyundai Accent sunroof may be required include:

• When the 12-volt battery is either disconnected or discharged
• When the sunroof fuse is replaced
• If the sunroof one-touch AUTO OPEN/CLOSE operation is not functioning properly

Sunroof resetting procedure:

1. Perform the reset procedure with the vehicle engine running. Start the Hyundai Accent in P (Park).

2. Make sure the sunroof glass is in the fully closed position. If the sunroof glass is open, push the switch forward until the sunroof glass is fully closed.

3. Release the switch when the sunroof glass is fully closed.

4. Push the switch forward until the sunroof glass moves slightly. Then release the switch.

5. Once again push and hold the sunroof switch forward until the sunroof glass slides open and close. Do not release the switch until the operation is completed. If you release the switch during operation, start the procedure again from step 2.

Information

If the sunroof is not reset when the vehicle battery is disconnected or discharged, or the sunroof fuse is blown, the sunroof may not operate normally.

Sunroof open warning

If the driver turns off the engine when the sunroof is not fully closed, the warning chime will sound for several seconds and the sunroof open warning will appear on the cluster LCD display.

Close the sunroof securely when leaving your vehicle. This helps protect the Hyundai Accent interior from rain or snow and can also reduce the chance of theft.

CAUTION

Make sure the sunroof is closed fully when leaving your vehicle.

If the sunroof is left open, rain or snow may wet the interior of the vehicle. Also, leaving the sunroof open when the vehicle is unattended may invite theft.